As Fred’s life hangs in the balance following the shooting at Pop’s diner, Archie struggles with the emotional aftermath of what he witnessed. Meanwhile, as Veronica steps out of her comfort zone to support Archie, she learns that her father Hiram has arrived to Riverdale earlier than expected. Elsewhere, at Pop’s diner, Pop Tate recounts the chilling details of the shooting, which leaves Jughead and Betty questioning the gunman’s true motives. Lastly, after running into Cheryl at the hospital, Betty and Kevin are surprised to learn about the fire at Thornhill.

With the gunman still at large and the residents of Riverdale on edge, Betty leads the charge to save Pop’s after learning that the diner may be forced to close its doors forever. Meanwhile, the gang becomes increasingly concerned for Archie’s well being after noticing a string of unusual behavior from him. Elsewhere, Betty and Veronica approach Cheryl and Josie for their help saving Pop’s, while Jughead’s attempt to find FP a new lawyer may have some serious repercussions. Finally, Veronica finds herself at a crossroads with Hiram and Hermione.

Frustrated by the lack of progress made in catching his father’s shooter, Archie takes matters into his own hands in order to send the gunman a message. Meanwhile, Veronica is thrilled when Hiram’s attempt to start fresh means she gets to introduce him to her friends. Elsewhere, Jughead starts his first day at Southside High and is befriended by a Southside Serpent named Toni, while Kevin’s attempt at having a little fun causes Betty to grow concerned for his safety. An unexpected turn of events leads the town to realize their darkest chapter may be far from over.

When Archie’s attempt to take matters into his own hands spirals out of control, Mayor McCoy calls an emergency town hall meeting to deal with the growing chaos in Riverdale. When Betty finds herself at the center of a mystery, her decision to keep some parts of it from Jughead causes further friction between them. Veronica grows concerned for Archie when she realizes the lengths he would go to seek revenge.

When Alice publishes a fiery piece in the Riverdale Register blasting the Southside, Jughead is forced to take matters into his own hands to try and keep the peace. Betty turns to Archie for help after receiving an ultimatum that could destroy some of her relationships. With their SoDale open house fast approaching, Hiram and Hermione enlist the help of an unlikely ally to get some potential investors on board. Finally, Veronica welcomes her old friend Nick to Riverdale.

After a charge led by Mayor McCoy threatens to further escalate tensions between the North and Southside, Jughead tries to put a stop to a dangerous alliance being considered between the Serpents and a long-time rival. Betty turns to Veronica for help when she’s thrust into the center of a burgeoning mystery surrounding The Sugarman. Finally, Cheryl confronts her mother Penelope after a traumatic run-in forces her to make a stark realization.

Riverdale remains on edge after a chilling letter from the Black Hood challenges the town’s residents to remain sinless for 48 hours or he’ll strike again. Meanwhile, Jughead and Archie’s friendship gets tested after Penny calls in a favor that Jughead owes her. Elsewhere, Betty and Veronica investigate someone who Betty thinks could be the Black Hood killer.

When Jughead learns that FP is getting released from prison, he and Betty organize a welcome home party with the Serpents to ease him back into his former life. Meanwhile, Archie and Veronica reach a crossroad in their relationship, but are forced to push their issues aside after Jughead and Betty ask them to take over the Black Hood investigation.

After snooping around for Christmas gifts, Veronica uncovers a major secret Hiram has been keeping from her. Fallout from Jughead’s encounter with Penny Peabody creates tension between him and FP. Cheryl takes matters into her own hands after Penelope tells her they cannot afford Christmas. Betty and Archie vow to take down the Black Hood.

Tensions mount when the sudden shut down of Southside High forces Jughead and his fellow serpents to transfer to Riverdale High. Veronica ensures Hiram and Hermoine that she’s still on board with their plans for SoDale. Archie is conflicted when he is asked to gather some information on Hiram’s suspicious business dealings. Betty sets out on a quest to find her long-lost brother, Chic.

Amidst preparations for the town’s annual Picken’s Day festivities, Jughead interviews Toni’s grandfather and learns some shocking details about Riverdale’s history. In an attempt to get closer to Hiram, Archie tries out for the Riverdale wrestling team. Betty unearths some dark secrets about her brother Chic, and Veronica and Josie clash as they prepare for their performance.

As preparations for her confirmation ceremony get underway, Veronica becomes concerned that Archie may be learning too much about her family’s secrets. Jughead and FP lead the charge after an incident at Pickens Park leads to increased tensions among the Serpents. Chic helps Betty deal with her inner darkness, while Archie finds himself in over his head after a poker game.

Betty turns to Jughead for help when the consequences of a hasty decision come back to haunt her. Veronica organizes a face to face meeting after tensions between Hiram, FP and Jughead spiral out of control. Archie is forced to make a tough decision after Agent Adams takes things too far.

When Hiram suggests that Veronica and Archie head up to their lake house for the weekend, Veronica decides to invite Betty and Jughead to join them. Determined to uncover Hiram’s plans for Riverdale, Jughead uses his time at the lake house to press Veronica about what she may know.

After learning that his dad is considering running for mayor of Riverdale, Archie begins to grow concerned that the Lodges may have found their newest pawn in Fred. Betty becomes suspicious of Chic’s strange behavior and enlists Kevin’s help. Cheryl and Penelope learn Clifford left a will.

In the aftermath of Hiram’s newly announced plans for Riverdale, Jughead resorts to drastic measures to voice his opposition. After making her own big announcement, Hermione’s friend Andy Cohen comes to town to lend a hand. Meanwhile, Veronica goes against her parent’s wishes when she decides to run for student council president. Following a series of mysterious events, Cheryl fears that someone is out to get her.

Just as the town’s mayoral race gets underway, Riverdale High’s own student council election heats up. Archie steps up to help after learning that Hiram’s mobster associates have come to Riverdale to stir up some trouble. Meanwhile, things take a dangerous turn for Alice, Betty and Chic when an unexpected guest shows up at the Cooper residence. Finally, Toni, Veronica and Josie team up to solve a strange mystery involving Cheryl.

As Riverdale High begins rehearsals for its upcoming production of “Carrie the Musical,” the arrival of an ominous letter forces director Kevin to make a difficult decision about the show. Jughead uses his cover as the musical’s documentarian to solve the mystery behind the letter. Meanwhile, tensions between Betty and Veronica continue to escalate just as Alice announces she is joining the musical.

After an incident at Riverdale High leaves the town on edge, Archie leads the charge to uncover the culprit. A devastating secret leads to a violent showdown between Chic, Jughead, Betty and Alice. Veronica takes matters into her own hands when someone from her past comes to town seeking revenge. Hermoine and Cheryl conspire to take down Sheriff.

As the town’s mayoral race between Fred and Hermoine heats up, Hiram sets his sights on a new ally. Betty turns to Cheryl for help when she has a suspicion about the Black Hood. Meanwhile, the reveal of a secret forces Archie and Jughead to try and ease tensions. On the eve of the mayoral debate, a mysterious message leaves everyone on edge.

When an incident at the Sheriff’s Station triggers an all-out war between the North and the Southside, Archie and Jughead find themselves in the fight of their lives. Meanwhile Veronica makes a devastating discovery about Hiram, just as someone from his past arrives in Riverdale looking for revenge. Finally, Betty comes face to face with the Black Hood.

With Fred trailing in the polls, Archie steps in to lend a hand in his dad’s mayoral campaign. Veronica stays one step ahead after uncovering Hiram’s latest scheme. Elsewhere, Cheryl finalizes her emancipation from her mother, while FP makes a surprising announcement to Jughead and the Serpents. Finally, Betty confronts her darkest demons.